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Great Dane Converter Dolly Recall 14V653: Service Brakes, Air

NHTSA campaign 14V653, reported October 17, 2014, 125 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 14V653Great Dane Trailers
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Problem
Great Dane Trailers (Great Dane) is recalling certain model year 2015 Converter Dollies manufactured March 7, 2014, to May 16, 2014. Due a problem with a brake valve, the affected trailers may experience brake drag.
Risk
If the trailer brake drags, the wheel end may overheat, resulting in a fire. Also, the wheel may detach. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Great Dane will notify owners. Great Dane will replace the suspect TR-3 valve with a new replacement TR-3 valve and re-orientation of the DC-4 valve. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Great Dane customer service at 1-877-369-3493.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Great Dane Converter Dolly2015